What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Derby is to bus which costs £3 - £13 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Derby is to train which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Margaret's Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Derby. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Leicester to Derby?

The distance between Leicester and Derby is 29 miles. The road distance is 30 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Derby without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Derby?

The train from Leicester to Derby takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Derby bus from?

Leicester to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Derby train from?

Leicester to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Derby?

The best way to get from Leicester to Derby is to train which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £13 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Leicester to Derby bus arrive?

Leicester to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Derby train arrive?

Leicester to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Derby is 30 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Leicester to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Derby?

Book your Leicester to Derby train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Derby?

Book your Leicester to Derby bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2094+ hotels available in Derby.

Can I share a ride from Leicester to Derby?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leicester and Derby. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leicester to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Derby by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
30 min
£6–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus StationUk900 / ...
1h 25m
£3–13
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Leicestershire to Derby30.4 mi
55 min
£6
Drive 29.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Derby29.8 mi
38 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Derby29.8 mi
38 min
£95–120

Leicester to Derby by train

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Distance: 29.2 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Derby, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £6–20 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.

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